Fielding Room Dedicated

The Boardroom in the Associtaion"s Head Office was dedicated to the memory of Prof John Fielding, the Association"s founding President, on Wednesday, 24th September.

In a moving tribute, Prof Michael O"Keefe spoke of Prof Fielding"s defence of the underlying philosophy which led to the establishment of the IHCA. Prof O"Keefe said "It was founded to maintain the independence and integrity of the members and also to continue to be an advocate for their patients."

The function was attended by Prof Fielding"s widow, Dr Judy Fielding, accompanied by members of her family, James, Dr Caroline aqnd Nick. Also present were Dr Raymond Fielding and his wife Christine.

Mrs Ann Mahon, widow of Dr Jim Mahon, the Association"s second President, was the other guest of homour. Ann unveiled a plaque showing the names of all the Presidents of the Association since its foundation.